重要事实
- MLS® #: PABU2116514
- 物业编号: SIRC3228743
- 原价: USD 1,650,000
- 物业类型: 住宅, 其他
- 地面积: 10 ac
- 建成年份: 1805
- 卧室: 5
- 浴室: 3+2
- 停车位: 7
- 挂牌出售者:
- Angie Haug
楼盘简介
Set quietly within the pastoral landscape of Buckingham Township, Forebay is a rare and compelling example of Bucks County’s architectural heritage—an early nineteenth-century Pennsylvania forebay bank barn thoughtfully reimagined for modern living. Constructed circa 1805, the barn once served the surrounding mill community, its elevated form designed for both function and endurance. For generations, it stood overlooking the valley and nearby Watson Creek, a defining element of the Spring Valley landscape. In 1955, renowned Bucks County master craftsman Luther Nash undertook the original conversion of the structure into a residence, preserving its architectural integrity while introducing a new chapter of life within its stone walls. Subsequent expansions and updates have enhanced the home while honoring its historic character. Today, Forebay unfolds across more than 4,000 square feet, where the craftsmanship of another era remains vividly present. Hand-hewn American chestnut beams, pegged construction, and exposed, re-pointed fieldstone walls rise to meet soaring ceilings, while skylights and deep-set windows within 18-inch stone walls draw natural light into every space. The reimagined bank entrance, approached by cobblestone pavers and framed by a Dutch door, opens to interiors rich in texture and warmth. Mercer tile floors, a commanding fieldstone fireplace, and thoughtfully connected living spaces create an atmosphere that is both refined and inviting. The kitchen is designed for contemporary living, offering a 5-burner gas cooktop, copper prep sink, custom cabinetry, and generous workspace, all set against the backdrop of deep window sills and views of the surrounding landscape. Bathrooms throughout the home have been tastefully updated, blending modern comfort with timeless materials. A defining feature of the home is its seamless connection to the outdoors. With access to the exterior from every level, the living experience extends naturally into the landscape. A wall of glass opens to a screened porch and four-season room, while the covered patio below creates an exceptional setting for entertaining. Here, the property reveals its full expression—a summer kitchen, hot tub, shuffleboard court, curated gardens, and an antique stone paddock thoughtfully integrated into the design. The grounds unfold into rolling lawns and woodland, where Watson Creek meanders quietly through the property, leading to a nearby historic stone bridge. Modern systems provide peace of mind, including a whole-house generator, 7-zone heating system, updated electrical, water treatment systems, comprehensive security system, a heated workshop and newer roof. All just moments from the cultural destinations of Doylestown and New Hope, yet set within a landscape that feels timeless, Forebay offers a rare opportunity to inhabit a place where history, architecture, and lifestyle exist in perfect balance.
设施和服务
- 2 壁炉
- 历史性的
- 图书馆
- 封闭阳台
- 敞开式门廊
- 水景房
- 水疗/热水盆浴
- 硬木地板
- 花岗岩台
- 面积
上市代理商
- Angie Haug
办公室 2155349368
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位置
2885 Mill Road , Doylestown, Pennsylvania, 18902 美国
房产周边
Information about the area around this property within a 5-minute walk.
销售者
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
6038 Lower York Road
New Hope, Pennsylvania, 18938
United States
2157943227
